Horse Camp
Closed — Likely closed for the season due to winter snow. Typical seasonal access from late spring through fall, weather permitting.
R1-2024-01 Weed Free Forage & Mulch Products Order for the Northern Region
It is illegal to possess, store or transport straw, hay, grain, seed or other forage or mulch products on Forest Service lands without documentation that the product is certified as “weed free” by a state certification process that meets or exceeds the North American Weed Free Forage standards.
R1-2025-01 Camping stay limits & prohibitions on pallets and refuse use for target shooting
This order defines the maximum length of occupation at a single location or cumulatively at any number of locations within a calendar year, within all national forests in Montana, and the Dakota Prairie National Grasslands, Idaho Panhandle and Nez Perce-Clearwater National Forests.
R1-2023-02 - NCDE Food and Wildlife Attractant Storage Order
Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem Food/Wildlife Attractant Storage Order for the Flathead, Lolo, Kootenai, Helena-Lewis and Clark, and Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forests within the Northern Continental Divide Ecosystem.
Spar Lake Road #384 Road Closed to Motorized Vehicles
A closure order is now in effect for motorized vehicles on the Three Rivers Ranger District for Forest Service Road #384 (Spar Lake). The closure is to provide for public safety until crews make appropriate repairs to road damage caused by the December 2025 flood event.
Rexford Bench Campground Road & Boat Launch Closure
A temporary closure order is now in effect on the Rexford Ranger District for Rexford Bench Campground Road #7940 and boat launch. The closure is to provide for public safety and safe construction operations while the boat ramp asphalt is replaced with concrete.
Upper Young Creek Road #7202 Closure
A closure order is now in effect on the Rexford Ranger District for Forest Service Road #7202 (Upper Young Creek Road). The closure is to provide for public safety due to a washout making the road impassable.
Flood Events & Safety Reminders
Over the past week, portions of the Kootenai National Forest have experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area.
Ross Creek Cedar Flood Update
After the recent flood events that occurred across the Kootenai National Forest, the Ross Creek Cedars unfortunately sustained significant damage. The damage is currently being assessed.
Kootenai Flood Event & Inaccessible Areas
Portions of the Kootenai National Forest have recently experienced heavy amounts of rainfall due to an atmospheric river moving through the area.
Isabella & Lost Girl Fires- Road and Trail Closure
Due to the Isabella and Lost Girl Fires on the Cabinet Ranger District, a closure order is now in effect for a portion National Forest System Road 407, National Forest System Trail #407A, and Trail #646 (St. Paul Lake Trail).
About
Horse Camp is a specialized dispersed camping area located in the Kootenai National Forest, approximately 12.5 air miles from the town of Fortine in northwestern Montana. This small, rustic facility caters specifically to horse enthusiasts, offering 2 designated sites equipped with the essential amenities needed for equestrian camping. Each site includes a picnic table and fire ring for basic camping comfort. For horse care, the camp provides hitching rails and feed bins, along with a food storage box to protect supplies from wildlife. A vault toilet serves the camping area. The site layout provides adequate space for trailer turnaround and parking, accommodating trailers up to 32 feet in length. The camp serves as a staging area for riders exploring the trail systems in this remote section of the Kootenai National Forest. The surrounding landscape features the mountainous terrain characteristic of northwestern Montana, with impressive forests and wilderness areas typical of the region. No potable water is available on site, so campers must bring their own supply.
Directions
Horse Camp is located 12.5 air miles from Fortine, Montana. Specific driving directions are not provided; it's advisable to consult a detailed map or GPS for precise navigation.
Nearby Campgrounds
- Little Therriault Lake Campground 0.2mi
- Big Therriault Lake Campground 0.8mi
- PARADISE LAKE DISPERSED SITE 12 1.6mi
- WOLVERINE LAKES DISPERSED SITE 10 2.1mi
- WOLVERINE LAKES DISPERSED SITE 9 2.1mi
- Wolverine Cabin 2.2mi
- BLUEBIRD LAKE DISPERSED SITE 25 1.7mi
- BLUEBIRD LAKE DISPERSED SITE 26 1.7mi
- BLUEBIRD LAKE DISPERSED SITE 11 1.7mi
Amenities
| Water | No |
| Fires Allowed | Yes |
| Toilets | Yes |
| Dump Station | No |
| Wifi | No |
| Pets Allowed | Yes |
| Showers | No |
| Electric Hookups | No |
| Water Hookups | No |
| Sewer Hookups | No |
| Camp Store | No |
| Price | $0 |
Vehicle
| Max RV Length | — |
| Max Trailer Length | 32ft |
| Big Rig Friendly | No |
| Pull Through Sites | — |
Cell Service
| AT&T | None |
| Verizon | None |
| T-Mobile | None |
Useful Links
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